11PEA - Physical Education (MCert)

11PEA 

Year 11 Physical Education                                                                  MCert

Course Statement:

In physical education, the focus is on movement and its contribution to the development of individuals and communities. By learning in, through and about movement, students gain an understanding that movement is integral to human expression and that it can contribute to people’s enjoyment and enhance their lives. Students apply their knowledge when analysing movement and making recommendations for improvements.  This learning takes place as they engage in games, sport and exercise in a range of physical environments. 

Topics Covered:

The course offers a theory and a practical component.  

Theory component topics:

• Skill acquisition
• Anatomy; Exercise Physiology; Biomechanics; Fitness
• Sociology

Coursework includes two different practical units.

Leads to:

12PEA: NCEA Level 2 Physical Education

*12ODE: NCEA Level 2 Outdoor Education